We have arrived. We actually got here at 12:30 pm Moscow time, which is about 4:30 am over there. We haven't been able to figure out how to call home, so this is the first contact we've made with anyone. Carol, hows Hannah holding up without her running buddy? Let us know. We had the same driver in Moscow as last time, and he's okay, but isn't a talker like Anthony was last year. We just picks us up and drops us off. A man named Phillip is going to help us in the US Embassy, and he will meet us in a few minutes, and hopefully he'll tell us the best way to survive here, because room service is expensive. Mom and Mom, as soon as we find out the best way for you to reach us, I'll email it to Lisa, so you two coordinate. Things are so different in Moscow this year. As I typed last year, I thought only of Evan, and how I missed him, and how we would make it until the next trip. This year, I'm watching him and his mom chase each other through the hotel lobby. They have a glass elevator, and everytime it goes up or down, he stops and points in amazement. In his twenty two months on this earth, he has experienced so little, and what a pleasure it is to give him a crash course. This morning as we got on the plane, he was a little nervous, and while we climbed, he held me tightly, and fell asleep with his head on my arm. Those first two hours were the only peaceful ones of the six that we flew. He was very good though, and didn't throw any fits. He even took it upon himself to chastise the baby behind us who did. Well as y'all read this, do I sound any closer? I should, cause we're coming home in a week. We love you all.
Clay, Brandi, and Evan Hodges
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Happy for you that all went well! If you do get Anthony again sometime this week tell him "hi" from us -- see if he remembers us (we asked him alot of questions!) :) Wishing you speedy paperwork and a safe flight home.
Our little "int'l adoption party" is tomorrow (Sun) so we'll have a toast to you all in celebration!
Love, Debbie & Brian
I can not believe it is almost time for your arrival! It seemed to go by so quickly! I can just see Brandi and Evan running around in the lobby. I can almost see the pure joy in her heart. I know people see yall and think.... what GREAT parents! I am so proud of ya'll! You have overcome so much and PRAISE GOD you can reap the rewards! I hope you all have a wonderful time in Moscow showing Evan more of this great big world! We can't wait to see the "family of three" coming off the airplane! We will continue to pray for your safety and your plane trip home. LOVE YALL!
Katie Page
CLAY, BRANDI, & EVAN,
JUST READ YOUR POST FROM MOSCOW. GOD BLESS YOU!
VICKI HAYS
Hey Clay, Brandi & Evan,
You don't know how thrilled we were to read your post this morning. As our computer was slowly dialing up, I was praying for a "We made it to Moscow" post!! God is good!! So glad Evan did good on the plane. We just cannot wait til ya'll get home so we can share in Evan's discoveries of the wonderful life you two will provide for him. What a huge blessing!! We love you all - take good care. Talk to you soon. Grandma & Grandpa Hodges
Brandi, Clay,and Evan,
Hey! The supplemental group at Oak Hill has been reading your post daily. We have not been able to post from school, so I FINALLY had Kevin bring his computer home. The 6 of us are so excited for you! What a special way to bring a child into this world. Evan is truly blessed! We can't wait to meet him!
Love, Lynne
We Miss You!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Hannah & Her Mama
We are glad that you are safely in Moscow now! We are looking forward to you bringing Evan home!
Sincerely,
Rodney, Ronnice, and Ana-Grace
Clay,Brandi and Evan,
I am so glad that you are almost home. God is truly good all the time! I can t wait to meet your new family and get lots of hugs and kisses from your lil boy! We will see you at the airport! Love you all and have a great time in Moscow
love
brandy
You will be home before you know it! You are in our thoughts and prayers. I know that you will be glad to be on American soil. Be safe. You are going to be GREAT parents!!
Love,
Katie
SO glad to hear you are safe and sound in Moscow. Have a wonderful time your last week out of the country. You'll be home before you know it. The Mercer's
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